Patriotic & Americana Selections

A common theme among spirituals is "the great judgment day" and the idea of hope for a better future. Incorporating quotes from Great Day as well as original verses with a stylish gospel piano

"And we'll all go together ... to pluck wild mountain thyme, all around the bloomin' heather..." The gently lilting strains of this traditional Scottish ballad are beautifully set in this arrangement. Lush

From the opening solo and duet passage to the a cappella three-part refrain, this setting of the beloved African-American spiritual uses many musical textures along with some nontraditional harmonic ideas.

Building on the original text, this adaptation of the classic spiritual invites the listener to envision and commit to a better, more just world - a world of inclusion, radical kindness, compassion, love,

Now available in SAB voicing, this is an a cappella arrangement of the beloved Robert Lowry hymn. A combination of sustained and descending vocal lines creates harmonies that travel close together, then

In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in the movie "O

The Sharon Gratto Global Music Series is dedicated to providing historical context to multicultural and folk music. This arrangement of the classic tune attributed to Huddie Ledbetter is accompanied by a

Advanced choirs will enjoy this a cappella arrangement of the national anthem that contains interesting harmonies, subtle suspensions, and unexpected twists. Perfect for concerts, athletic events, and

A fantastic piece to teach vowels, diction, rhythms, and pitch precision, this English folk song is fun to sing and impressive to perform. The nonsense syllables represent birds and bats chatting to one

In this traditional spiritual arrangement, accented rhythms in the vocal lines and the supportive piano part drive the energetic vitality, while counterpoint and a pianissimo staccato section provide vocal

The classic American folk song Home on the Range has been reimagined as a gentle, peaceful lullaby for choir and piano. Narverud incorporates American pastoral sounds with lush contemporary

A powerful symbol of the American civil rights movement and made popular by the Freedom Riders in 1961, this hymn with reimagined lyrics replaces the name "Jesus" with "freedom" in the refrain. Audiences

This beautifully elegant setting of a beloved piece of Americana is accessible to SATB ensembles of all sizes. Not to be overlooked for concerts throughout the year.

"How good and pleasant it is when we dwell together in unity!" This original contemporary gospel piece embraces unity, diversity, and the joy of living together in this world in love. The gospel style in

This fresh arrangement of a traditional British folksong is a sure favorite! Dashing Away with the Smoothing Iron's independent lines and rich harmonies are a delight for all, from audience to

What a powerful juxtaposition of two iconic African American spirituals: Wayfaring Stranger and I Want Jesus to Walk with Me. "I am a stranger in a strange land...how long must we cry

This beloved anthem of the civil rights movement retains its gospel flavor in this accessible arrangement. With simple harmonies, it is appropriate for use by most choirs. A supportive piano accompaniment

This arrangement of a Stephen Foster classic gets a bluesy treatment in the style of R&B legend Mavis Staples. It includes an optional solo/alto unison at the beginning and

A powerful new setting of this traditional spiritual for treble voices. There is plenty of room for nuance, dynamic contrasts, independent voice parts, and the full vocal range required from the

As a longtime member of The King's Singers, Lawson is intimately familiar with this Shaker hymn and brings that influence to this fresh arrangement. This a cappella piece features different sections on the

This American folk song attributed to Huddie Ledbetter (Leadbelly) has been covered and performed by countless singers and choirs. The melody is infectious and appealing, easily taught, and memorable.

This contemporary arrangement was inspired by the Follow the Flag organization, which encourages patriotism and service. The song starts off a cappella until strings bring in the full choir with a jazzy pop

This exquisite setting of the beloved American folk song has been artistically arranged for mixed or treble choirs of all ages. A beautiful piano accompaniment brings an independent voice to the

A song of great longing and beauty, this lyrical Irish folk song includes solo opportunities throughout, and the gorgeous melody is further enhanced by the optional flute obbligato. A gorgeous piece for